NACCHO will accept applications for the 2016 advisory groups and committees April 1–30. NACCHO invites local health department leaders to apply to help inform and guide NACCHO’s projects. Lead by sharing your talents and expertise. Learn…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a health advisory for Zika virus in the Western Hemisphere. Zika virus is spread to humans through mosquito bites. While there are no documented cases…

On November 2, NACCHO released the 2015 Network Profile of the Medical Reserve Corps report, a comprehensive look at the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) network. The Medical Reserve Corps is a national network of more…

Registration is now open for the 2016 Preparedness Summit. Early bird rates are available until February 19. The Summit will be held from April 19-22 at the Dallas Hilton Anatole. This year’s Summit will focus on…

NACCHO President Dr. Swannie Jett will present at the 2015 Amoeba Summit on September 11 from 7:30am to 2:30pm. The event brings together clinicians and specialists to spread awareness about the risks, diagnosis, treatment, and…

Abstract submissions for the 2016 Preparedness Summit are now open. This year’s Summit will explore the theme, “Planning Today for Rebuilding Tomorrow: Focusing on Resiliency and Recovery in the 21st Century.” Abstracts are encouraged on subjects such…

NACCHO’s Health and Disability Program is excited to announce the release of the Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) Resource Guide for Disability Inclusion. The purpose of this resource guide is to provide guidance on how the MAPP process can be inclusive of people with disabilities. The guide Read more →

One lesson from recent events is that emergencies happen. And happen often. From disease outbreaks to natural disasters to man-made crises, the stakes are high: Americans face serious health risks and even death with increasing regularity. Therefore, as a nation, it’s critical to ask, “Are we prepared?” To help answer Read more →